December 27, 2017Comments Off on Indoor gardens produce fresh snacks year-round in Cook County

Students in Cook County are learning to grow plants and snacking on fresh veggies during class, thanks to gardens transported into the classroom. Cook County has had a school district wellness committee since 2007. One result of the committee’s work has been a school-based agriculture project at the elementary school. During the 2016-2017 school year, a teacher found a way... Continue Reading

October 17, 2017Comments Off on Students at McGregor School District Dig Their Farmers!

This month, students at McGregor School District will be eating squash grown by Gilby’s Nursery & Orchard in Palisade, MN. If you or your school aren’t sure what to do with squash, you can stop wondering now! Learn everything you need to know from this Squash-Harvest of The Month Family Newsletter provided by Aitkin County SHIP and partners. You’ll find... Continue Reading